Marley was a master ... but was not the originator... he probably did more to promote reggae music in the western world that any other single artist... but he was not the first dread to leave the Island to carry the message - that honour goes to Peter Tosh...

But, if you love the Marley stuff, then I recommend that you go pick up some Garnett Silk, and Barrington Levy (especially Double Trouble), and, of course, some Freddy McGregor ..

Will make a post on the History of Reggae in the next few hours .. just for fun...

Peace!!